The U.S. government has suspended for the time being the immigration applications of some migrants who were allowed to enter the country through programs made available by the Biden administration. This pause in processing applies to migrants from Latin America and Ukraine who have arrived in the United States via the humanitarian parole programs, including Uniting for Ukraine and the CHNV parole program, which allowed in people from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela with sponsors in the United States.
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) explained that the pause was necessary to prevent fraud and ensure national security, but did not set a specific time when the processing of applications would resume or whether it would resume at all. This decision also affects applications for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for nationals from Haiti, Ukraine, and Venezuela, as well as some asylum and green card applications. The pause has left thousands of migrants stranded, without a clear future, and without a way of knowing whether they can stay in the United States or not.
The sudden decision has stirred opposition from immigration advocates and legal experts who say it undermines the stability of people who have already begun the process of settling down in the U.S. and have sought refuge under these programs from unfavorable situations in their home countries. The duration of the suspension remains unspecified, thereby stirring fears of possible deportations particularly for those whose only means of staying legal in the country has been closed.
As an immigration attorney, I realize that such a sudden pause will cause confusion and worry to many people and their families. We are closely watching the events unfolding and will keep you posted as more details emerge. If you need more information about how this may affect your case or if you require advice on what to do next, please do not hesitate to contact our firm for legal advice.
